Malcolm Hole OAM
Harriet SHING (Eastern Victoria – Minister for Water, Minister for Regional Development, Minister for Commonwealth Games Legacy, Minister for Equality) (10:04): This week it is opportune to thank and to congratulate people recognised in this year’s King’s Birthday honours. In particular I want to identify the late Cr Malcolm Hole, a tireless advocate for his community who received an Order of Australia Medal posthumously for his service to local government and the community. Malcolm was first elected to the Wellington Shire Council in 2000, and he went on to be re-elected at a further six elections. He was steadfast and fierce in his advocacy for his community. His enthusiasm was legendary. He passed away while serving his seventh term as councillor in 2021. He was the best of his community. I send my love and condolences to everyone who knew him, and my congratulations to his family on this important honour.